Lilyturf. A clump-forming perennial with narrow, curving, almost black leaves. Clusters of pale purplish white flowers followed by dark blue-black fruit. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers July to August. Fruits August. Full sun/partial shade. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘Nigrescens’
A clump-forming perennial with narrow, curving, almost black leaves. Clusters of pale purplish white flowers followed by dark blue-black fruit.
Additional information
| Generic | Ophiopogon |
|---|---|
| Species | planiscapus |
| Varietry | 'Nigrescens' |
| Common Name | Lilyturf |
| Flower Colour | white, purple |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 20cm |
| Family | Convallariaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | black |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | blue, black |
| Fruits When | August |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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